Australian News

SCX.ai begins ASX trading after AUD $40 million IPO

Growing demand for local AI computing has lifted SCX.ai's contracted annual recurring revenue to AUD $6.5 million and attracted 49 paying customers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Productivity

ContiTech launches Shield Survivor belt for Australian mines

Built for abrasive ore and strict fire rules, the belt aims to cut replacements and unplanned downtime in underground mines.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Wearables

Samsung launches health-focused Watch9 & Ultra2 in Australia

Health tracking is becoming a bigger draw for smartwatch buyers, with Samsung citing strong interest from Australian women in wellness features.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Gaming

8BitDo FlipPad lands in Europe for portrait mobile games

European mobile gamers now have a £24.99 wired option for portrait play, as the FlipPad lands with iPhone and Android support.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Smart Home

Amber Technology launches Sonance VX52R UTL in Australia

Shallow ceiling cavities in apartments and office retrofits can now be fitted with a 6-inch Sonance speaker through Amber Technology's dealer network.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Home Theatre

Amber Technology adds James by Sonance Wedge X speakers

Australian integrators now have a custom-built option for discreet wall-ceiling audio, with mounting hardware included to simplify installations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Agricultural Technology

Cropify AI lentil grading to go commercial this harvest

Endorsement from grain traders could speed adoption of AI grading as pulse growers face faster, more consistent assessments this harvest.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Unified Communications

Logitech says audio accuracy key as AI voice dictation grows

Poor audio can now mean costlier AI mistakes as voice dictation spreads through Australian offices and opens new hardware demands.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Digital Transformation

Infosys Aster named leader in marketing transformation

The recognition bolsters Infosys' pitch to enterprises seeking measurable returns as budget pressure and AI adoption reshape marketing services.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Digital Signage

Solum Oceania launches Newton E-Paper retail posters

Retailers could turn static poster sites into sellable ad space as Solum Oceania rolls out battery-powered Newton E-Paper displays.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 4 days ago

Data Protection

EZVIZ launches smart home security range in Australia

Australian households can now buy battery cameras and smart locks without monthly fees, as EZVIZ widens its security range nationwide.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • 4 days ago

Manufacturing

Mercury Walch boosts Hobart label output with new press

Higher speeds and wider label capabilities should help Mercury Walch keep more work in Tasmania and cut turnaround times for local customers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 4 days ago

Software-as-a-Service

HP launches Print AI in Australia for cleaner web pages

The new tool aims to cut wasted paper and ink by stripping adverts and reformatting web pages before they reach the printer.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 4 days ago

High Performance Computing

Queensland opens Australia's first quantum testbed

The open-access facility gives start-ups and researchers a cheaper way to test quantum ideas on real hardware after access shortages slowed progress.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 4 days ago

Software-as-a-Service

Square & OpenTable link restaurant booking & spend data

Restaurants can now tie bookings to spend and repeat visits as Square and OpenTable combine reservation, payment and guest data across six markets.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 4 days ago

Software-as-a-Service

TrendLife launches Kaleida AI companion for families

Parents worried about privacy and scams may get separate AI profiles, while TrendLife tests a new family-focused subscription starting at AU$16.50 a month.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 4 days ago